Medical Products Support and Advanced Concept Development

The Medical Products Support and Advanced Concept Development program, managed by the Defense Health Agency, focuses on advancing medical products through research and development. This initiative emphasizes developing medical products regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and conducting clinical and field validation studies to transition these products to military operational users. It also prioritizes prototyping, risk reduction, and product transition efforts for medical devices and information technology applications. Coordination with various military service components and federal agencies ensures alignment with the National Defense Strategy and other strategic frameworks.

The Medical Simulation and Training project addresses the simulation and training needs of warfighters. It supports the development of medical simulation technologies and training systems that enhance hospital care and operations. Key initiatives include the Virtual Education Center prototype, which provides resources for informed medical decision-making, and the Interoperable Network for Training, Readiness, and Education in Medicine (INTREMED), which tracks training progress across integrated systems. The project also focuses on developing simulation systems for complicated obstetric emergencies to improve maternal and neonatal care.

Medical Readiness is another critical focus area within this program, aiming to enhance warfighter health through advanced concept development of FDA-regulated medical products. The project supports efforts like Bacteriophage Treatment for Bacterial Infections, targeting multidrug-resistant infections, and the Health Readiness and Performance System (HRAPS), which uses wearable sensors to optimize human performance. Additionally, it includes initiatives like the Canine Thermal Model and Monitor (CTMM) for Military Working Dogs, providing real-time data on their wellbeing during missions.

The Air & Space Medical Readiness Advanced Concept Development project seeks to transition advanced medical capabilities from science and technology research to operational use within the Air Force. This involves integrating research efforts with operational requirements to rapidly field technologies addressing capability gaps in aerospace medicine. Notable projects include Endovascular Aortic Control (EVAC) for hemorrhage control and Joint Multi-Channel Infusion Pump (JMCIP) development. The project also evaluates new technologies like Tranexamic Acid auto-injectors for battlefield use, ensuring timely delivery of critical medical advancements to support Air Force missions.